About the winery
Tablas Creek
This Paso Robles estate was founded by the Perrin family of Château de Beaucastel together with importer Robert Haas, bringing authentic Rhône varieties to California. As the world’s first Regenerative Organic Certified® winery, Tablas Creek lets sheep and alpacas graze among the vines, creating a thriving vineyard ecosystem. Its wines are world-class and highly allocated.
From the limestone-rich hills of the Adelaida District in Paso Robles, the 2018 Marsanne from Tablas Creek offers a rare taste of California Rhône-style winemaking. Made entirely from estate-grown fruit, this white wine reflects over 20 years of organic and biodynamic farming on the estate.
The 2018 vintage brought balanced ripening conditions. Winter rains refreshed the soils, while a long, steady growing season preserved the grape’s natural acidity. Native yeast fermentation and aging in neutral French oak added texture without overpowering the fruit.
On the nose, the wine shows honeysuckle, ripe quince, and a hint of almond. The palate is soft yet focused, with flavors of pear skin, lavender tea, and subtle salted caramel. A mineral-laced finish carries the wine through with grace and quiet tension. This Marsanne is delicious now but promises further complexity with cellaring.
Few California producers craft a varietal Marsanne, and Tablas Creek stands at the forefront. Only a small allocation reached Europe, available exclusively through americanwine.club. If you’re curious about Rhône whites or ready to explore beyond Chardonnay, this is a compelling choice.
Pair with roasted poultry, grilled white fish, or soft cheeses. Serve lightly chilled and decant if enjoyed young.
| Weight | 1,3 kg |
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